Wix Redirect Checker

Wix URL Redirect Manager

Wix provides a built-in URL Redirect Manager for handling redirects. Access it through: Settings > SEO Tools > URL Redirect Manager. The tool offers:

• Easy interface for creating 301 permanent redirects
• Automatic redirect creation for deleted or renamed pages
• Bulk redirect import via CSV (Premium plans)
• Redirect history and management

Common Wix Redirect Scenarios

Page Deletions and Renames

When you delete or rename a page in Wix, the platform prompts you to create a redirect. Always accept this prompt to preserve SEO value. If you accidentally skip it, manually create redirects in the URL Redirect Manager.

Custom Domain Connection

Moving from username.wixsite.com to your custom domain requires redirects. Wix handles this automatically when you connect a custom domain, but verify with our domain change checker to ensure it's working correctly.

Site Structure Reorganization

Reorganizing your Wix site's navigation or folder structure may change page URLs. Create redirects from old URLs to new ones to maintain search rankings and user bookmarks.

Migration from Another Platform

Migrating from WordPress, Shopify, or other platforms to Wix requires comprehensive redirect mapping. Export your old URL list and create corresponding redirects in Wix. See our website migration guide for details.

How to Create Wix Redirects

Manual Redirect Creation

1. Go to Settings in your Wix Dashboard
2. Click SEO Tools > URL Redirect Manager
3. Click '+ New Redirect'
4. Enter old URL path (e.g., /old-page)
5. Select redirect type (301 permanent recommended)
6. Enter new URL or select from site pages
7. Click 'Save' and test with our redirect checker

Bulk Import (Premium Plans)

1. Create CSV with columns: Old URL, New URL, Redirect Type
2. In URL Redirect Manager, click 'Import'
3. Upload CSV file
4. Review and confirm import
5. Test sample redirects to verify

Wix Redirect Types

301 Permanent Redirect

Use 301 redirects for permanently moved content. This passes SEO value and updates search engine indexes. Best for page deletions, URL structure changes, and migrations.

302 Temporary Redirect

Wix supports 302 temporary redirects for short-term changes like seasonal campaigns or A/B testing. These don't pass link equity and should only be used temporarily.

Wix Redirect Limitations

• Redirect limits vary by plan (Free plans have restrictions)
• No native regex or wildcard support
• Cannot redirect to external domains (only internal pages)
• Bulk import requires Premium plan

Wix SEO and Redirects

Proper redirect implementation is crucial for Wix SEO:

• Always create redirects when deleting pages
• Monitor redirect chains after multiple page renames
• Use Wix SEO Wiz to identify broken links
• Connect Google Search Console to monitor crawl errors
• Use link monitoring for important pages

Troubleshooting Wix Redirects

Redirect Not Working

• Clear browser cache and test in incognito mode
• Verify redirect is saved and active in URL Redirect Manager
• Check if URL path matches exactly (case-sensitive)
• Ensure you're testing on published site, not editor preview

Too Many Redirects Error

• Check for redirect loops (Page A → Page B → Page A)
• Review recently added redirects for conflicts
• Use our redirect checker to identify the loop source

Redirect Chains

Multiple page renames create chains (A→B→C). Find chains using our tool, then update redirects to point directly to final destination (A→C) to improve performance.

Wix vs Other Platforms

Compare Wix redirect capabilities with other platforms:

• WordPress: More flexible with plugins and .htaccess access
• Shopify: Automatic redirects for product changes, similar to Wix

Wix provides a good balance of ease-of-use and functionality for most websites.

Best Practices for Wix Redirects

1. Accept Automatic Redirect Prompts: When Wix offers to create redirects, always accept
2. Plan URL Structure: Choose permanent page names to minimize future redirects
3. Test Before Publishing: Verify redirects work in published site, not just preview
4. Regular Audits: Monthly check of redirect list to remove unnecessary ones
5. Monitor Performance: Use our redirect checker to verify response times